1969 Fiat 124 vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (227 HP) has 168 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 595 kg more than 1969 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 BMW 3 Series (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat 124 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | 124 | 3 Series |
Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 227 HP |
Torque | 87 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.7 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1395 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 61 L |